Publications by Abi Watson

• Commentary 07 Nov 2023

  To Save Elections From Disinformation, Fact-Checking Is Only the First Response

  By Abi Watson
• Study 17 Oct 2023

  Close the Gap: How to Leverage Local Analysis for Stabilization and Peacebuilding

  By Philipp Rotmann, Abi Watson
  Without a granular understanding of the political dynamics at work in places where violence occurs, even the best-intentioned stabilization efforts may go wrong. Local analysis can help, but using it requires sustained investment.…
• Article 11 Sep 2023

  The Two Most Dangerous Self-Deceptions in Security Sector Reform

  By Abi Watson
  In the 20 years since 9/11, those driving security sector reform efforts in the Middle East, the Horn of Africa and the Sahel have acknowledged the limits of tactical fixes. Yet they have relied on them all the same – with profound implications.…
• Interview 16 May 2023

  Shifting the Narrative

  By Abi Watson
  What is it like to work on issues like war and peace, security, governance, and justice – in general and as a woman in particular? A peek behind the curtain with GPPi's Abi Watson.…
• Podcast 16 Jan 2023

  Protecting Civilians in Iraq

  By Julia Steets, Zmkan Ali, Abi Watson, Delina Goxho
  What can be done to increase the protection of civilian? Using examples from Iraq, this podcast discusses some preventive protection efforts that hinder future harms rather than mitigating the effects of past violations.…
• Commentary 26 Aug 2022

  Don’t Stumble at the Start Line: Lessons from the UK’s Integrated Review

  By Abi Watson